Treat the patient — not just the MRI report.
Great post by Patrick Denard @patrickdenardmd discussing two of the most common incidental findings seen on shoulder MRI.
An MRI report alone does not diagnose shoulder pain. Many “abnormal” findings are incidental and may not actually be the source of symptoms. The key is matching the MRI with a detailed history, physical exam, and sometimes diagnostic injections.
Before and after pictures and video of my patient who flew in to have chest restoration surgery. He had surgery elsewhere. The results were not satisfactory. I performed a revision surgery using the PecFlexFix grafting technique I developed.
Thank you to my dear patient who gave me permission to share his journey @peterjagdbendtsen
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Dr. Mora is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with over 20 years of experience. He is dedicated to advancing orthopedic care—bringing together surgical expertise, cutting-edge techniques, and a passion for restoring strength, movement, and confidence. He offers a patient-centered, concierge approach designed around clinical excellence, personalized care, and an uncompromising commitment to results, compassion, and trust.
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Too often, athletes are told it’s just “tendinitis” or arthritis… but the real issue may be inside the joint.
It shows up in tennis, weight training, volleyball—any sport with repetitive, forceful upper extremity use.
Diagnosis starts with a proper exam—and sometimes a CT scan.
Follow @drmeganjimenez and check out Dr JiuJitsu on her YouTube for more sports medicine insights.
I’m fortunate to support my patients—not just in the clinic, but in their sport as well.
Everyone who walks through my doors gets treated like a pro.
#teamcanelo #boxing
About Dr. Mora:
Dr. Mora is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with over 20 years of experience. He is dedicated to advancing orthopedic care—bringing together surgical expertise, cutting-edge techniques, and a passion for restoring strength, movement, and confidence. He offers a patient-centered, concierge approach designed around clinical excellence, personalized care, and an uncompromising commitment to results, compassion, and trust.
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In this months’s podcast, I chat with my good friend and fellow combat sport surgeon @stevemoramd about common injuries he treats.
One of his passions is the treatment of pec tears. This short is a clip from our chat on pec tears.
For the full podcast, check out The Doctor Jiu Jitsu Show on your favorite streaming platform. If you want the video, it’s available on YouTube!
6 Proven Tips to Boost Healing After Rotator Cuff Repair 🌟
Rotator cuff repair is a journey that requires patience and diligence to achieve the best results. Here are 5 key actions you can take to improve healing and optimize your recovery:
1️⃣ Quit Smoking 🚭
Smoking reduces blood flow, which slows down tendon healing. Studies show that patients who quit smoking before surgery have significantly better outcomes.
🔗 Reference: Mallon et al., JSES, 2017
2️⃣ Stick to Your Rehab Plan 🏋️
Physical therapy is essential for regaining shoulder strength and range of motion. Follow your surgeon and physical therapist’s recommendations—don’t rush or skip steps!
🔗 Reference: Kuhn et al., JBJS, 2013
3️⃣ Fuel Your Recovery with Nutrition 🥗
A diet rich in protein, BCAA, and vitamins like C & D supports tissue healing. See my recommended surgical nutritional pack located in mu profile.
🔗 Reference: Tipton et al., Sports Med, 2015
4️⃣ Protect the Repair Early 🛑
Wear your sling as prescribed and avoid activities that strain your shoulder during the critical early healing phase (usually the first 6 weeks).
🔗 Reference: Parsons et al., JAAOS, 2020
5️⃣ Control Chronic Conditions 🌡️
Managing diabetes, obesity, or other health conditions helps your body focus on healing. Stable blood sugar levels, in particular, are key for tissue repair.
🔗 Reference: Jain et al., AAOS, 2021
6️⃣ Most Important of all, focus on regaining full range of motion by doing a home stretching exercise program. Don’t start doing resistance (weights) exercises until the movement of the shoulder is the same as the opposite side. A stiff shoulder is not only painful, but it can lead to a re-tear. Follow my 6 Best Shoulder Stretches on my YouTube channel.
💡 Healing Takes Time: Recovery is a marathon, not a sprint! By taking these steps, you give your body the best chance to restore strength and function. 💪
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Preview of next month’s podcast. Sat down with my good friend Steve Mora to chat about fight sports, injuries, and his recent knee replacement
Doctor Jiu Jitsu Show release the first Friday of every month!
Nothing can be done. He heard that for 3 years.
My dear patient flew in from the North of Sweden after living 3 years with an unsuccessful pectoralis major surgery. At the time of his first surgery they told him that they could only do a partial repair.
He was left with:
• Significant chest wall deformity
• Weakness
• Painful muscle spasms
And most importantly—
👉 the belief that nothing could be done.
Takeaway:
1. These injuries are difficult to treat—even the first time
2. Untreated or failed repairs can lead to significant deformity and dysfunction
3. There may still be options, even years later, with the right approach
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If you’ve been told “nothing can be done”…
it may be worth getting another opinion.
📩 DM “PEC” or visit MyOrthoDoc.com for a consultation
Grateful. Honored. Humbled. 🙏🏽
Every week I meet patients who have been living with the pain, deformity, and frustration associated with their chronic pectoralis major tendon tear and chest wall deformity. In some cases they’ve already had surgery but were given no options after an unsatisfactory result. They chose to fly across the country — and sometimes across the world — to trust me with their PecFlexFix pec reconstruction. I am grateful.
Wishing them all a speedy recovery.
Achilles Tendon Tears – Know the Signs, Act Fast and get it Fixed.
One of the most classic complaints we hear?
➡️ “It was like getting hit with a hammer from behind.”
…But when they turn around, no one’s there.
This hallmark sensation often signals an Achilles tendon rupture — a serious injury that demands urgent orthopedic evaluation. ⏱️
Why the rush?
Delaying care can result in:
🔸 Retraction of the tendon
🔸 Increased scar tissue
🔸 The need for more complex surgical procedures and longer rehab.
🛑 Don’t brush it off. This is not a “walk it off” injury.
🚨 Early recognition and expeditious surgical repair lead to better outcomes and faster return to activity.
🥼About Dr. Mora:
Dr. Mora is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with over 20 years of experience. He is dedicated to advancing orthopedic care—bringing together surgical expertise, cutting-edge techniques, and a passion for restoring strength, movement, and confidence. He offers a patient-centered, concierge approach designed around clinical excellence, personalized care, and an uncompromising commitment to results, compassion, and trust.
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Thank you to my dear patient for taking the time to get these cookies made for me. I’m glad I was able to help. What do you think about the cookies from @elli_painted_sugar ?
About Dr Mora:
Dr. Mora is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with over 20 years of experience. He is dedicated to advancing orthopedic care—bringing together surgical expertise, cutting-edge techniques, and a passion for restoring strength, movement, and confidence. He offers a patient-centered, concierge approach designed around clinical excellence, personalized care, and an uncompromising commitment to results, compassion, and trust.
📩 DM for consultation requests
🌐 MyOrthoDoc.com
That’s Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson — best known to many as “The Mountain” from Game of Thrones and one of the strongest men in the world — and I had the opportunity to be his surgeon after his pectoralis major tear.
He sustained the injury while attempting a 252.5 kg (556 lb) bench press at a powerlifting meet — a reminder of the extreme forces involved at that level.
He traveled from Iceland for surgery, and this was a unique and challenging case. Operating on an athlete of his size brings added considerations — including muscle mass, vascularity, and the high demands placed on the repair.
The reconstruction required my reinforced technique to restore function and help support his goal of returning to very heavy lifting.
Since surgery, he’s continued to push forward — including breaking the deadlift world record, which speaks to both his work ethic and disciplined recovery.
It’s been great to see his progress. More importantly, he’s approached his return the right way — steady, disciplined, and progressive.
Looking forward to seeing him back in competition at the Enhanced Games @enhanced_games next month.
If you’ve been told your pec tear “can’t be fixed,” it may be worth getting another opinion.
